The month opened with a spirit of togetherness as Ramzan was marked with a joyful community Iftar, accompanied by thoughtful conversations about fasting and self-discipline. Senior students took the initiative to organise a science exhibition on species extinction for younger learners. Saturday plays explored themes of groundwater depletion and the importance of honesty, while a visit to the local Deena Bhadri fair brought learning to life through a colourful community experience.
The following week brought lessons in care, mindfulness and resourcefulness into everyday life. Students learned to mend their own torn mosquito nets, understanding the value of repairing and reusing things. On Holika Dahan, each child wrote down a habit or thought they wished to let go of and consigned it to the flames as part of a simple yet meaningful ritual. Holi was celebrated with laughter, colours and hands-on cooking activities. The school also marked International Women’s Day through student-made peace posters and a neighbourhood rally, taking its values of peace and equality beyond the school premises and into the wider community.
Mid-month brought imagination and creative expression to the forefront. Theatre of the Oppressed sessions conducted by Kaushika, a volunteer from Banaras, introduced students to new ways of storytelling, participation and self-expression. Music learners were equally excited by the arrival of a new Casio keyboard, which brought fresh enthusiasm to their regular practice and learning.
As March drew to a close, students began preparing for their end-of-session assessments with the steady guidance and support of their TLs. Parent–TL meetings were planned for after the assessments, allowing everyone to reflect on the children’s progress and learning journey. With the completion of the academic session, Jeevanshala prepared to pause for its month-long summer break before welcoming everyone back for another year of learning and discovery.
